Having looked forward to the game for awhile, sitting at the main menu while this theme played in the background created a new sense of adventure and excitement. The necessity of an opening theme that inspires players cannot be understated. There truly is a journey awaiting us as the rise and fall of violins and trumpets announce our travels through fields and woodlands. The uplifting tempo and light, airy theme prepare us for adventure.
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Immediately the Main Theme pulls players into the world of Octopath with light cellos and the accompaniment of the traditional Shakuhachi (Japanese Bamboo Flute). Having played about twenty hours of the game, I was able to see early on how beautifully the soundtrack elevated the gameplay, and how it develops with the plot. From the main theme to battle and cutscene music, I strove for clear melodies and powerful yet not overly complex songs that would rise to the level of the evolved HD-2D graphics.” It can be said that Nishiki did accomplish this feat, as major themes of adventure, travel and even companionship can be felt throughout the entirety of the soundtrack. In a note written about the game, Nishiki-san states that, “ my goal was to create a soundtrack with memorable melodies and lavish soundscapes that incorporated live orchestral performances. With a fully-orchestrated soundtrack, Square Enix pulls out all the stops to create a labor of love for long-time fans of the Golden Age of RPGs.Ĭomposer Yasunori Nishiki truly wanted to create a memorable experience for fans, utilizing similar themes we might have heard in classic RPGs. And while each character has a different melody, common themes found throughout the soundtrack unify these characters and their experiences.
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With each character having a unique story with specialized job classes, it makes sense that each of them would have their own musical themes as well. Reminiscent of games like Final Fantasy VI and Chrono Trigger, Octopath has players controlling detailed sprite characters in a HD world. Octopath Traveler brings eight different stories with eight unique characters to an old-school inspired JRPG. Checking the Score is a feature about video game music, composers, musicians and tools of the trade.